Legal Secretary

Pay: $28.84 - $33.65 per hour For over 45 years, Westland Real Estate Group has been a stable, family-owned leader in property management. Our core values are Family, Opportunity, Commitment, and Results . We're looking for a dynamic Community Manager to be the "CEO" of their assigned property, driving its success from every angle. Ready to take the next step in your career? Position Summary Provide high-level administrative and clerical support to attorneys and legal teams specializing in civil litigation. This role is essential for managing the lifecycle of a lawsuit, from the initial filing through the discovery phase and trial preparation, ensuring all court deadlines and procedural requirements are met with precision. Key Responsibilities Document Preparation: Draft, format, and proofread litigation-specific documents, including summons and complaints, answers, motions, and discovery requests . Ensure all documents comply with local court rules and formatting requirements. Case Management: Maintain and organize complex digital and physical files, including pleading clips, discovery indices, and trial notebooks . Court Filings: Execute timely filings in state and federal courts, including proficiency with e-filing systems and understanding of various judicial rules. Discovery Support: Assist in the production of documents, coordinate the collection of evidence, and manage the redaction and Bates-stamping process. Qualifications Technical Proficiency: Mastery of civil procedure, litigation terminology , and legal software (e.g., practice management suites). Organization: High attention to detail with the ability to manage statutory deadlines (Statutes of Limitations) and competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Communication: Strong written and verbal skills for transcribing dictation, drafting professional correspondence, and interacting with judicial staff. Education: High school diploma required; Associate’s degree or Legal Secretary Certification preferred. Minimum 5 years of experience in a civil litigation environment is highly desirable. Why Join the Westland Team? We take pride in our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with dependent coverage) Life Insurance and Disability Insurance 401(k) with a generous employer match 10 days of paid vacation to start Paid holidays Generous Rent Discounts at our properties! Equal Opportunity Employer: Westland Real Estate Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. Fair Chance: In accordance with state and local laws, Westland Real Estate Group will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment. ADA Compliance: We comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. At-Will Employment: Employment with Westland Real Estate Group is "at-will," meaning that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any lawful reason, with or without cause or notice. Other Duties: This job description is not an employment contract and does not cover every task or duty. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr Westland Real Estate Group